I know that Redfield has been taken over by Leupold and are manufactured in their plant. But what is the quality comparable to? A VX1 or VX2? And what about comparing it to at Bushnell 4200. I have been shooting one of my rifles a lot recently with a Bushnell 4200 so that would be the easiest comparison.
Redfield Scope Quality
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The 4200 has slightly better glass and the rain guard coating.The Redfield is a good scope and lighter in weight and smaller in size.Without researching again I think it is said to be between VXI and VII in quality.I have heard rave reviews on the new VX2,not to be confused with the VXII, and would likely get one in that price range.I have heard a few hit and miss stories about Bushnell warranty.
greyling22
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not a comparison to other leupy's, but here is one compared to several other scopes.
http://opticsthoughts.com/index.php...mparison&catid=4:rifle-scope-reviews&Itemid=4
to sum up: better than a prostaff, not as good as a bushy 3200.
http://opticsthoughts.com/index.php...mparison&catid=4:rifle-scope-reviews&Itemid=4
to sum up: better than a prostaff, not as good as a bushy 3200.
Patocazador
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Redfield was terrible in the past about standing behind their scopes. Several guys in our hunt club had them leak and Redfield ALWAYS replied that they must have been abused. They never replaced one of these scopes gratis but would give a discount off a new one or charge for repairs.
On the other hand, Leupold has ALWAYS stood behind their scopes and replaced them free even if it was due to abuse. If Leupold stands behind the new Redfield ones like they do Leupold scopes, you can't go wrong.
On the other hand, Leupold has ALWAYS stood behind their scopes and replaced them free even if it was due to abuse. If Leupold stands behind the new Redfield ones like they do Leupold scopes, you can't go wrong.
I've got a Revolution mounted to my RR LAR-8. I've shot it quite a lot, so it's had every chance to go bad. And it's been fantastic. I zero'd it without much effort, and it's been quite a combo. I had the kids shooting it a few weeks ago, who's eyes and hands are much better than mine now, and they were shooting lights out. made me proud. I am really happy with quality and the price point. Hope that helps.
I have a Revolution on one rifle, and a VX-II on another, both 3-9x40s. I happened to have both out at the range at one time, so I got to look through the scopes right after the other at outdoor downrange targets. I'm no optical expert, but if I was pressed I'd say the Revolution was a tad brighter and sharper, but only by a smidge.
Finger knob turrets (my VX-II only has coin slots) are nice, but the ring that you are supposed to turn to set zero is thin, hard to see, and hard to move.
Was going for an "All American" theme for my Stevens in .223, happy to have it on the gun.
Finger knob turrets (my VX-II only has coin slots) are nice, but the ring that you are supposed to turn to set zero is thin, hard to see, and hard to move.
Was going for an "All American" theme for my Stevens in .223, happy to have it on the gun.
When comparing Leupold scopes you have to understand which generation of Leupold you are talking about. Leupold has revamped their entire lineup recenty. Todays VX-2 is essentially a repackaged older generation VX-3. The Redfield compares closely to the older VX-I or the current Rifleman series. A brand new VX-1 is a slightly better scope than Redfield, for about the same money. The Redfield is better than the Rifleman for the same money. If you can afford the VX-2 it is substantial improvement and well worth the money. If that is too much it is about a tie between the VX-1 and Redfield. I like the VX-1 slightly better, but the Redfield is not a bad scope at all for the money.
I'd rate them from lowest quality to highest like this
Rifleman
VX-I
Redfield Revolution
VX-1
Varix-II
VX-II
VX-2
Varix-III
VX-III
VX-3
Leupold's method of naming scopes is confusing. If not familiar, the Varix line is the oldest technology. The VX line with roman numerals is newer and the VX line with arabic numbers is the newest technology. To confuse things even more they made improvements to the entire line starting in Jan. 2012 and did not change the scopes names A new production VX-2 is very much comparble to last years VX-3 and so on down the line.
I'd rate them from lowest quality to highest like this
Rifleman
VX-I
Redfield Revolution
VX-1
Varix-II
VX-II
VX-2
Varix-III
VX-III
VX-3
Leupold's method of naming scopes is confusing. If not familiar, the Varix line is the oldest technology. The VX line with roman numerals is newer and the VX line with arabic numbers is the newest technology. To confuse things even more they made improvements to the entire line starting in Jan. 2012 and did not change the scopes names A new production VX-2 is very much comparble to last years VX-3 and so on down the line.
351 WINCHESTER
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My son has a new 2x7 and it has been perfect for 2 years of hunting. Amazing low light scope for such a low price. The original redfields were problematic. I must have had 5 of them and they all failed. Several went back to redfield more than once too as they failed soon after I got them. Probably why they went out of business.
adelbridge
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I have a 4-12 revolution and the optical quality is excellent . The only grumble I have is that they don't have a rubber ring on the eye piece and now I am scarred for life.
Kachok
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I compared the redfeild vs the Leupold yesterday, I ended up paying the extra $80 for the VX-II they were all really nice scopes. You simply cannot go wrong either way.
SwampWolf
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After comparing the specifications between the "Rifleman" series of Leupold scopes and the Redfield "Revolution" scopes, it became clear to me that the new Redfield scopes are nothing more or less than re-badged Riflemans, at least in terms of the exterior dimensions.
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I believe that the Revenge line is made in the Phillipines, not in the USA like the Revolution. I'm actually 99% positive of that.
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I have a Redfield Revolution 3-9x40 on my 30-06 and I love it. When shopping for a scope, I compared it with other scopes including a VX-II and I couldn't tell the difference as far as optical quality is concerned.
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Just know, the Revenge series is not American made, however the Revolution line is. I currently have two of the Revolutions and love them both.
I don't know much about the Revenge series, but optics made in the Phillipines are generally great in quality. If it has Redfield on it then it should also be backed by the Leupold warranty. (Burris Fullfield II is made in Phillipines as well. Also a great scope for the money.)
shootniron
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I have the Revolution and VX-ll Leupolds and the Revolution is actually the equal, if not slightly better than the VX-ll...I might add that this is optical quality only as I have not had the Revolution long enough to comment on the durability. The results from my experience with optical quality of the Leupolds and Redfields vary significantly from those posted by jmr40. For the price, the Revolutions are hard to beat and more than sufficient for most hunting applications and the warranty is better than the Bushnell will have...too many bad reports on Bushnell warranty for me to even consider one.
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wickedsprint
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If any consolation my red field spotting scope is fantastic and has better eye relief than buddies leupold. His tripod is much better though.
tahunua001
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I bought VX1 and hated it so bad that I gave it to my older brother. they are complete and utter garbage in my opinion. however, for some unknowable reason I love redfields. I just bought a redfield revolution for a 1903A4 springfield and it is great, clear sight picture, decent eye releaf, great zero, overall great buy for a $150 scope
RainDodger
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Since you're narrowing it down like this, I'll make one comment... if you have any doubt, save a little longer and get the very best glass you can afford - whatever one you decide is the best. You'll never regret it... and if you cheap-out in the beginning, you will regret it later.
(I have all Leupold scopes except for ONE. I decided to see what a $109 Simmons Whitetail Classic" was like, on a .17HMR, since most Leupolds cost more than this entire rifle. Let me tell you, it is nothing like a Leupold, and I regret it now.)
(I have all Leupold scopes except for ONE. I decided to see what a $109 Simmons Whitetail Classic" was like, on a .17HMR, since most Leupolds cost more than this entire rifle. Let me tell you, it is nothing like a Leupold, and I regret it now.)
45crittergitter
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Coincidentally, John Barsness wrote about bargain scopes in the October 2012 issue of GUNS magazine (p. 60) and said that the new Redfields are good scopes and "really good bargains."
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